Shock Rod Removal - Mercury 45 Jet 50-55 Service Manual

6. If plunger can be compressed into accumulator
by hand, accumulator is defective. Replace accu-
mulator.
a - Plunger
7. Once accumulator is removed, remove O-ring,
conical spring, steel ball and plunger.
a - Conical Spring
b - Steel Ball
c - Plunger
d - O-ring
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a
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a
b
c
d
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Shock Rod Removal

1. Unscrew cylinder end cap assembly using span-
ner wrench [1/4 in. x 5/16 in. long pegs].
2. Remove shock rod assembly from cylinder.
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MID-SECTION - 5G-19